5 Essential Life Hacks To Prevent Those Annoying Deodorant Stains On Your Shirt

Before I found my own ride-or die-formula, getting dressed was a losing battle that too often resulted in T-shirt casualties and the occasional dress violently whipped across the bedroom, defeated with white deodorant stains didn’t have the time (or energy) to fuss over.

Half the time, you don’t even realize your outfit has been soiled with deodorant stains until it’s too late like in the car on your way to a job interview or at the restaurant midway through a first date.

Alas, bad things happen to good people, friend, but there are preventative measures to take into consideration.

Here are a few foolproof tips to ensure your ensemble stays stain-free, all day every day.

1. Choose Wisely

This is a game of trial and error, but when you find the formula that works for you, buy that is in bulk.

There are an of variations to choose from, depending on how much (or how little) you sweat naturally, how active you are, if you prefer organic, a solid, spray, or gel the options are practically endless.

I recently made the switch to all-natural deodorants, specifically Schmidt’s charcoal and magnesium stick. It has a light, earthy scent, and it’s made with magnesium, sodium bicarbonate, as well as plant-based powders that absorb sweat and naturally neutralize odor.

2. Be Aware Of What You Wear

Slipping into your favorite LBD seconds after applying deodorant never seems to end well.

If your clothes are a tighter fit, it’s probably best to wait a minute or two for the formula to dry to getting dressed.

When given the option, Degree Deodorant suggests you wear loose clothing made of natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, and wool, so sweat can evaporate easily (translation: so your pits don’t suffocate in the material).